Élodie Poux faces backlash after supporting French high school protests

French comedian Élodie Poux has sparked significant controversy on social media following her public support for high school students participating in protests across France. The students have been organizing blockades and gatherings to protest deteriorating educational conditions, including teacher shortages, lack of school nurses, overcrowded classrooms, and outdated facilities.

Poux described Generation Z as “strong, indocile and revolted,” encouraging students to make their voices heard and not to be “sheep.” While she added a humorous caveat that they should not burn down schools or trash cans, her stance drew intense backlash from internet users.

In response to a wave of insults and hostile comments on Instagram, Poux has actively confronted her detractors, sharing screenshots of the vitriol in her stories and responding directly to critics.